"...The ceremony will be in memory of members of the who Southern Miss family who passed away during the 2006-2007 school year and in recognition of the faculty and staff's accomplishments and awards. There will also be a video reflecting on the success of the 2006-07 school year.
In the State of the University address, Saunders will be speaking about the past year's highlights in academics and student affairs. She will also discuss this year's planning process for the university."